Monday, July 23, 2012

After many great responses of 10 places must-visit in Seoul, it is time for the second largest city in
South Korea. Busan, which is the relaxing city for all kinds of travelers, no matter you are on purpose of Business travel, Vacation Travel, Honeymoon Travel, Conference Travel, world travel, student travel or Full time Travel. Busan is another big
city which consists of numerous exciting and amusing tourism attractions which mainly surrounded by white sandy beaches with exquisite panorama and more relaxing atmosphere for travelers to walk around the seaside. Something that you will never miss is the fresh seafood in the market. You can enjoy the
scenery of Busan while eating sashimi! Surprisingly, the night view of Busan is
able to remind you about your wonderful first love. It’s a sight to behold you
must experience if you come to Korea. You might not know that many foreigners
choose Busan as their ideal spot for living because of its scrumptious seafood,
terrific water sport activities, and magnificent scenery. So, now is the time for you to go through " 10 Places Must-Visit in Busan, South Korea ".

Now, let start our journey to Busan! 가자!
(Let’s go)

1. Haeundae
Beach

Haeundae
beach is the largest beach in Korea that gains a high popularity among
international visitors around the year. ‘Haeundae’ in Korean has the meaning of
"Sea and Clouds" named by a scholar Choi Chi-Won from Silla Dynasty. In
summer, you can see many beautiful girls with their bikinis and muscular guys
along the beach. Undoubtedly, you will be fascinated by the dramatic seascape
with its fine white sandy beach. Various sport activities are available in
order to provide the best recreation and excitement moment to every visitor who
visits Haeundae. Haeundae is usually crowded with tourists every year from June
to August (summer). Many cultures events and festivals held on this beautiful
beach throughout the year to attract international visitors to have fun
together.

Busan Beach, Haeundae Beach

Directions: From Seoul Station, take
KTX to Busan station. From Busan station, walk 172m straight and take bus 1003
and get off at Haeundae Beach stop and walk 169m to Haeundae Beach.

2.Gwangwan
Bridge/ Diamond Bridge

Busan
Gwangwan Bridge extends over 7.42km which connects Haeundae-gu to Suyeong-gu. When
you pass through the Gwangan Bridge on a fine day, best tourist attraction
spots such as Oryukdo Island (a rock island), Mt. Hwangryeong), Gwanganri
Beach, and Dalmaji Hill can be easily observed. At night, glorious lights equipped
on the bridge growing brightly in the darkness like a diamond. To enjoy the
awe-inspiring of Gwangan bridge, I recommend you to go to the nearest mountains so
that no one will be able to interrupt the romantic atmosphere created by the night
view of Busan city.

Gwangwan Bridge, the Diamond Bridge, Busan

3. Beomeosa Temple

1,300-year-old temple that represents Busan, The Beomeosa Temple on Mt. Geumjeong is Busan’s largest, most historical temple. The scent of pine will greet and envelope you when you enter 1,300-year-old Beomeosa Temple. There are a lot of treasures located at Beomeosa Temple, such as Daewoongjeon, which has been designated as national treasure No. 434. The stone lantern in the front yard of Daewoongjeon is Busan’s designated cultural asset No. 16. The entrance gate to Beomeosa Temple — Jogyemun — features four pillars and is often considered to be the best entrance gate among Korean temples.

Beomeosa Temple, Busan

Direction: Subway + Bus -At Beomeosa Station (Busan Subway Line No.1) Exit No.5 or No.7, walk between the two exits along the road for about 5 minutes and you will reach the Samsin bus stop. Take Bus No.90 and you will arrive at Beomeosa Temple Ticket Office.

4. Taejongdae

Taejongdae
is marked as one of the noted tourism spots in Busan. It’s a park represents
Busan, which famous for its remarkable rock beach, located at the southern end
of Yongdo Island. There is an atypical rock called ‘Shinsun Rock’, formed by
the continuous erosion of waves that produces a mesmerizing outlook of
Taejongdae. You might be lucky if you
can clap eyes on the Japanese Island of Tsushima, which is 56km away from
Taejongdae on a bright, clear day.If
you don’t want to miss the chance to enjoy the ultimate scenery of the bluish green
sea, you should visit the white lighthouse called MOKDO or the Yeongdo Lighthouse and look at the ocean through the
observation deck.

The world’s largest flat fountain, Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream, was newly constructed in June 2009 and has become a popular tourist destination in Dadaepo. The fountain is 2,519 square meters, 60 meters in diameter, and its circumference measures 180 meters. Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream can shoot water 55 meters into the air from its 1,046 nozzles. The fountain’s 27 smaller fountains and 1,148 LED lights provide a fascinating water and light show at Dadaepo Beach every night. This is a good place for lover, family and friends to enjoy the moment!

Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream

Direction: Get off at Sinpyeong Station (Subway Line 1) and transfer to Bus bound for Dadaepo Beach (Bus #2, 11, 338, 1000, Saha 3-1)

6. Busan Cinema Center

Busan
Cinema Center is an official venue for the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF).
BIFF has become one of the most popular film festivals in Asia. The designs of the building are extremely extraordinary and distinguished. The ‘Big Roof’ is
customized with 42,600 artistic LED lights produces a splendid prospect to draw
attention of every pedestrian and foreign visitor. There are 3 buildings for
different usages: Cine Mountain, is a multi-purpose performance area functions
as a theater, musical stage, concert and other staged events. BIFF Hill, is a
ground surface which can be utilized for every festival or event. Another building
is Double Cone. It serves as an intermediary which connects Cine Mountain and
BIFF Hill together that consists of outdoor cafes, restaurants, bars. You can
watch the latest movie in theaters with cheap price every day and free movies
on every Tuesday night.

Busan Cinema Center

7.Busan Shinsegae Department Store

Shinsegae
Centum City is registered in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest
department store in the world which comprises 14 floors. It arouses your
desires to shop, eat, play, and enjoy! You can go skating in indoor Ice Rink or
having spa for beauty treatments and relief from aches and pains at Spa Land
after a long day shopping. Multiplex cinema, book center, indoor golf practice,
and other facilities are also available in the department store.

Busan Shinsegae Department Store

8. Busan International Film Festival (BIFF) Square

You can actually do a lot of things here. You can enjoy shopping, eating, watching movies and other entertainments. BIFF Square is also known as a city of cinema owing to the hand prints of the famed movie celebrities. This means that BIFF Square is a main venue of the Busan International Film Festival. Foreigners who had visited this street said they have a good impression on Busan.

Busan International Film Festival

9. Jagalchi
Market

Jagalchi
Market is the largest seafood market in Korea. The name of this area comes from
the words Jagal(small rocks) and ch'i (a village next to the seashore). When
you hear Jagalchi Ajumma (Married women) working in the Jagalchi market shout “Oiso,
boiso, saiso!”, don’t be astonished. This’s because they are inviting you to “Come,
look and buy!” their fresh marine products in Busan dialect. Don’t forget to
try their fresh raw fish and other seafood right beside the market when you
visit. The raw fish will eventually melt in your mouth easily when you eat
with the sauces provided. The Busan Jagalchi Festival is held in mid-October every
year to promote marine tourism.

One of the largest in Asia with hot, tepid, cold and strawberry milk-filled baths, saunas, pools, and an outdoor section. Located in Dongnae district, known to have been bathed in by kings of Silla (57 BCE – 935 CE) and it has facilities to accommodate 3000 guests on five floors. The spring has been developed into a 4,300 meter square urban complex with 4 million visits a year! After tiring days of travelling, it is time to take a rest in a such relaxing spa!

Heosimcheong / Hurshimchung Spa, Busan

Direction: Take Subway Line No. 1 and get off at Oncheonjang station. Use Exit 1 or 3 and proceed on foot (5-7 min. walk)

The Map of 10 Places Must-Visit in Busan, South Korea

These are the 10 places must-visit in Busan. No matter you are just for a short visit or long travel, please do not miss these 10 places must-visit in Busan! This is the city that gives you the freedom to enjoy various water sport activities that you couldn’t find them in Seoul. You would definitely fall in love with Busan within a day! Let’s feel the passion and dynamic heat of Busan city. Now, it’s up to your choice.

hi LeX, i will go to Seoul on 29th Aug for 8days...now wondering where to go... any suggestion? actually this trip was a free a easy trip, n i just think to take a chance to get a memorable for this trip. hope to get some advice or nice itinerary. ^^

I haven't been to Busan yet, but hope to visit next summer. This article was much helpful as it highlights some of the places that I already had deep interest in. I do plan on going to the beach and the department store. A girl loves to shop, ya know. ;)

I will go to Korea this 23rd Sept for 1 week with my parent 1 aunty and a friends because my brother stay in Gyeongju so first 1-2 day will be in there ( can recommend where to go ) .After 2 day will go to Busan for another 2 days. ( Do u think you can help on home stay contact).

5th day will process to Seoul ( pls do give me recommend homestay too if you can)

I will go to Korea this 23rd Sept for 1 week with my parent 1 aunty and a friends because my brother stay in Gyeongju so first 1-2 day will be in there ( can recommend where to go ) .After 2 day will go to Busan for another 2 days. ( Do u think you can help on home stay contact).

5th day will process to Seoul ( pls do give me recommend homestay too if you can)

There are many places you can visit in Gyeongju, like Yangdong Folk Village (experience the traditional site, Seokguram,Bulguksa Temple, Anapji Pond (relaxation) and other more. If you have time, you can check this out "2012 Bomun Outdoor Korean Classical Music Concert" or if you arrive early you could possible catch up "KPOP Hallyu Dream Concert". Do check all these =)

About homestay, I would suggest you look at these two best Korea homestay websites, "http://www.homestaykorea.com/" and "http://korea-homestay.com/page_files_eng/". First of all, you need to register then you can access the database on who is offering homestay in Seoul and Busan. Actually there are so many host there, you just have to choose =)

Thanks for posting! I am trying to plan an international adventure for next summer, and I have been looking for some awesome travel recommendations from others who have traveled the globe. Thanks for sharing your list, it has been helpful!

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Appreciate it for publishing! I am striving to plan an international adventure for next summer and find travel agents, and I have been searching for some wonderful travel referrals from others who have journeyed the community. Thanks for giving your checklist, it has been beneficial!

Dear Lex. Seoul or Busan? i live in manila philippines and can fly direct to either Seoul or Busan. but i have only about 4 days available for my trip so i want to visit only city. Which city would u recommend for the FIRST TIME traveller to Korea. I must admit Busan looks more culturally interesting. If u could recommend one city for a 4 day trip to Korea which would it be? Seoul or Busan? Im worried if i choose Seoul it will just be a big boring city with not much to see. Busan looks more intersting with nature, temples beaches etc. I plan to travel in may or june.. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR OPINION. seoul or busan? thanku for your time :)

I like your camerawork on the country of South Korea. It is just awesome and it can attract the tourists around the world to pay a visit there. I am also attracted so much by this. And I will surely try to go there in this summer.

It is important to know the place that you will go to. Make sure that before you choose the place that it is the place that you want to go. Do not overlook on a single destination. There are lots of place to choose from for you to enjoy.

Hi lex, nice to read ur blog. My frens n I will be visiting busan this coming sept. we will be traveling on our own. Can you rec any hotel that is of affordable price and strategic location. We will be there for 6 days. By the way you should rec places to stay in your blog too...Tqs

Hi Lex,I really enjoyed Busan alot more than Seoul coz it's less packed with less tourist I guess. I missed walking ard the Nampodong Gukje market for hours. The friendly stall vendors that cooked extra and offered us to taste new korean food. I managed to take some awesome cherry blossom pics along Dalmaji Road though it was a tough time doing it uphill. Busan is definately a place to be again in my life. cheers

Thank you for your sharing! My friends and I are gong to visit Korea for 10 days. We plan to go to Busan, Jeju and then Seoul. Would really appreciate of you could suggest how many days should we spend in each city. Thanks in advance!

hey lex, wish u r fine....i am planning to go busan and nami island by end of Dec......budget n solo ...is it a good time? and how do I get from busan to nami island? any guesthouse to recommend with bfast in nami island? 4 day 3 night budget travel...thanks u in advance....tcare.god blessing...

I really liked this post along with your other posts concerning Korea. My name is Andy and I'm part of an online travel startup and I was wondering if you would be interested in collaborating in the future for articles on Korea?

I am planning to visit Busan in May 2015 and am interested to watch the music fountain show at Dadaepo Sunset Fountain of Dream. However when I checked the website (http://koreabridge.net/event/dadaepo-sunset-fountain-dreams%E2%80%99-music-show-may-2014), they only had the schedule of the show for 2014. I am wondering if you might know if the show is still ongoing for this year?